Frailty is a geriatric condition characterized by the reduction of the individual's homeostatic
reserves. It determines an increased vulnerability to endogenous and exogenous stressors …

Purpose: Diabetic patients aged 65 years or older are more likely to be frail than non-
diabetic older adults. Adherence to therapeutic recommendations in the elderly suffering …

Advances in cardiovascular therapies and cancer treatments have resulted in longer patient
survival. The coexistence of cancer and cardiovascular disease has been recognized as a …

Pathological processes associated with ageing increase the risk of cognitive deficits and
dementia. Frailty syndrome, also known as weakness or reserve depletion syndrome, may …

Background/Aim: The association of frailty with heart failure (HF) is common in the elderly,
and its presence is a poor prognostic factor; it increases the risk of falls, disability …

Purpose With the change of lifestyle, the occurrence of coronary artery disease presents a
younger trend, increasing the medical and economic burden on the family and society. To …

Introduction: Malnutrition is a condition that negatively impacts the clinical outcomes of
numerous diseases. The aim of this study was to assess the nutritional status of coronary …

Background The cytokine IL-17A is emerging as a marker of chronic inflammation in cardio-
metabolic conditions. This study aimed to identify relevant factors that in older primary care …

Aims Poor health-related quality of life is prevalent among individuals with cardiovascular
disease (CVD) and may be associated with frailty as well as low levels of self-efficacy and …

Background Valvular heart disease is a major health concern worldwide. The effective
management of patients undergoing valve replacement determines their prognosis …